Software Engineer - New Grad (Summer 2027)

Nominal is building a connected test and operations platform for advanced hardware systems, including spacecraft, autonomous vehicles, and defense programs. The Software Engineer will work on high-frequency, high-volume multimodal hardware data, develop customer-focused features, own projects from start to finish, and help expand the company's products and customer base.

What you'll do:

• Dive deep into cutting-edge data infrastructure, focusing on high-frequency, high-volume multi-modal hardware data
• Design and build new features in close collaboration with our customers, often working directly with our users in the field
• Quickly take ownership of projects from start to finish, while receiving mentorship from our world-class engineers and domain experts
• Take the driver’s seat at an early-stage company, helping Nominal grow, onboarding new customers, and expanding its product offerings, while contributing to our mission of accelerating the testing and validation landscape for complex hardware systems

What they're looking for:

• We're looking for students with solid engineering fundamentals on track to graduate in Summer 2027 or sooner
• • You're graduating in Spring 2027 or sooner and are interested in a full-time position
• • You have a personal passion for solving challenging problems and contributing to the future of critical infrastructure
• • You have exceptional hands-on experience and strong core engineering skills — whether through internships, personal projects, or academic work
• • Your peers would describe you as ambitious, resourceful, and perseverant
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. • 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. • 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Benefits:

• 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO and sick leave
• Free lunch, snacks, and coffee
• Professional Development Stipend
• 401k Plan
• In-office hardware lab with a $250 project stipend
• Annual company retreat